a whirlwind

Grace, Emma, Julie, Katie, Julia, Delaney, Kylie and Madison

 Saturday Grace and I went to Brownie encampment.  It was lots of fun.  They had a princess theme and lots of great stations and activities for the girls.  I was really impressed with how organized it was, what a great job the older girls did executing the activities for the little ones, and how conflict free and fun for all it was.  Among other things they went on a scavenger hike, did some team building activities, played games, made crafts, learned about fire safety and built a fire, did skits and exchanged the cutest swaps.
Grace and I didn't stay the night since we have many Sabbath commitments, including the one that says "honor the Sabbath day and keep it holy", so we left after dinner.  She was a little disappointed but we had such a fun time that she quickly got over it.

Grace and Madison during team building

Hannah, Grace, Raymart and scuttle!

 We got home from encampment with plenty still to do.  Hannah had her closing night of her play, actually they had two shows that day.  After the play there was an after party for the cast and crew at the clubhouse.  The play was a really good experience, they worked hard and did a wonderful job!

dancing at the after party!

 Saturday morning Hannah also attended the stake volleyball tournament!  Ethan and R went to Pete's to help him install a fish finder on his boat and to ready the boat for the season, then they went to a soccer game (we won) then they had outside chores to do.

It was a packed day for every one!  A late night and an early morning today.  But we got it all done and everyone was happy. 

This morning I got to go up to the White Plains ward to participate in the world wide leadership training.  It was really good, I love the new training videos and we had a great discussion.  I stayed for their meetings and enjoyed very much meeting with the young women and their leaders.  Awesome women!! It is a joy to serve them and to serve the Lord....even when it means getting up at 5am.

This afternoon I crashed! Took a nice long nap and it was wonderful! Now I am ready for one more meeting tonight and a new week :)